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Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal health care with Pomcare!
By Sonia Byun (she/her), Interviewed by Ruby Moon (she/her) from Team August

Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal...

What if you had access to gynecological answers from the palm of your hand? Meet Pomcare. We’re here to introduce...
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Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?
Team August

Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?

Don't worry, if you're not a menstruator, or you're a first time menstruator, this is a valid question. But for...
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5 Things Your Period is Trying to Tell You
Ruby Moon (she/her) from August Period Care. Verified by Dr. Saru Bala, ND.

5 Things Your Period is...

Menstrual cycles are driven by hormonal changes. With that, come symptoms, often referred to as PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome).
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Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic Collective: 100% Net Plastic Recycled Certified
Team August

Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic...

At August, sustainability is a core value. From the beginning, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating organic, comfy, and inclusive period products with...
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Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certified Radiologist

Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certi...

Did you know that your symptoms of heavy menstrual bleeding may be due to uterine fibroids? Are you wondering what UFs are and how doctors diagnose them? Expert insights from...

Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certi...

Did you know that your symptoms of heavy menstrual bleeding may be due to uterine fibroids? Are you wondering what UFs are and how doctors diagnose them? Expert insights from...

How does PMDD affect your day-to-day life?

How does PMDD affect your day-to-day life?

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of PMS that about 5-8% of menstruators experience. The difference between PMDD and PMS is that PMDD symptoms regularly occur at a severity that is...

How does PMDD affect your day-to-day life?

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of PMS that about 5-8% of menstruators experience. The difference between PMDD and PMS is that PMDD symptoms regularly occur at a severity that is...

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this far.”

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometriosis? Spotlight on Medical Gaslighting x Misinformation.

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

Some pain is common among menstruators, however, if you find yourself having consistent, severe pain during every monthly flow – there may be an underlying issue that can be mitigated or even treated...

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

Some pain is common among menstruators, however, if you find yourself having consistent, severe pain during every monthly flow – there may be an underlying issue that can be mitigated or even treated...

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstruation, otherwise known as ‘a period’, commonly happens every 21-35 days, after the monthly egg has been released from the ovaries and the uterus has developed a thick inner lining....

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstruation, otherwise known as ‘a period’, commonly happens every 21-35 days, after the monthly egg has been released from the ovaries and the uterus has developed a thick inner lining....

Should I be worried if the spans of my cycles vary widely from 2 days one month to over 8 days the next month?

Should I be worried if the spans of my cycles v...

It may be time to talk to your doctor if: You haven’t had a period for 90 days Your period suddenly becomes irregular You have a period more often than every 21 days You have a period less often t...

Should I be worried if the spans of my cycles v...

It may be time to talk to your doctor if: You haven’t had a period for 90 days Your period suddenly becomes irregular You have a period more often than every 21 days You have a period less often t...

What is hypothalamic ammonorhea?

What is hypothalamic ammonorhea?

**WARNING: TW MENTAL HEALTH AND DISORDERED EATING.**

What is hypothalamic ammonorhea?

**WARNING: TW MENTAL HEALTH AND DISORDERED EATING.**

What could heavy bleeding and too many blood clots be symptoms of?

What could heavy bleeding and too many blood cl...

Normal clots can come in a range of colors and are occasional. Abnormal clots are larget than a quarter, occur frequently and are accompanied by large amounts of menstrual bleeding.

What could heavy bleeding and too many blood cl...

Normal clots can come in a range of colors and are occasional. Abnormal clots are larget than a quarter, occur frequently and are accompanied by large amounts of menstrual bleeding.

From ashamed menstruator to PCOS Period Powerhouse: an Interview.

From ashamed menstruator to PCOS Period Powerho...

September is PCOS Awareness Month! All month long we’re going to share PCOS stories from our community and showcase how they are a true Period Powerhouse! Meet Madalyn (she/her): a menstruator managing...

From ashamed menstruator to PCOS Period Powerho...

September is PCOS Awareness Month! All month long we’re going to share PCOS stories from our community and showcase how they are a true Period Powerhouse! Meet Madalyn (she/her): a menstruator managing...